Prebiotic Powers of Sugar Beet Pulp Explored in Horses
Sugar beet pulp, a palatable, high-fiber feed for horses, purportedly has prebiotic effects. Confirming this assertion, one research team found that partial replacement of timothy hay with sugar beet...
View ArticleAntibiotic Therapy and Hindgut Health in Horses
The exact mechanism by which antibiotics induce diarrhea is speculative, but researchers believe antibiotics alter microbiome diversity. The post Antibiotic Therapy and Hindgut Health in Horses...
View ArticleAbdominal Health of Horses: Colic Caused by Coronaviruses?
Data from one study did not support a causative role of coronaviruses in equine colic secondary to colonic disease. The post Abdominal Health of Horses: Colic Caused by Coronaviruses? appeared first on...
View ArticleMedications Provide Added Protection for Some Horses at Risk of Laminitis
When diet and exercise do not reduce insulin sufficiently, adding medications may improve hyperinsulinemia. The post Medications Provide Added Protection for Some Horses at Risk of Laminitis appeared...
View ArticlePigeon Fever Reported in Missouri Horses
Pigeon fever, a disease not related to pigeons and most often occurring in hot and dry regions of the country, has been reported in central Missouri this autumn. The post Pigeon Fever Reported in...
View ArticleIn Vitro Gas Production Provides Insight into Equine Digestion
In vitro gas production is a laboratory technique that aims to mimic the environment of the equine hindgut. The post In Vitro Gas Production Provides Insight into Equine Digestion appeared first on...
View ArticleOlfactory Stimulation Enriches Horses’ Environments
To maximize the welfare of horses, owners may implement various environmental enrichment strategies, including olfactory stimulation. The post Olfactory Stimulation Enriches Horses’ Environments...
View ArticleMeasuring Salivary Insulin Desirable But Not Yet Feasible
In other species, such as humans and dogs, insulin can be measured in saliva samples collected from the patient instead of blood samples. The post Measuring Salivary Insulin Desirable But Not Yet...
View ArticleBeyond Dust Reduction: Soaking Hay Improves Lung Function in Asthmatic Horses
While hay soaking decreases the presence of dust particles, only one study demonstrates that hay soaking improves lung function. The post Beyond Dust Reduction: Soaking Hay Improves Lung Function in...
View ArticleTreating Tendon Disease in Horses with Stem Cells: A Controlled Trial
Despite the popularity of stem cell therapy, there is little evidence-based data collected from controlled clinical trials. The post Treating Tendon Disease in Horses with Stem Cells: A Controlled...
View ArticleExploring Bone Marrow Macrophages for Equine Osteoarthritis
A recent study shows that a type of white blood cells isolated from bone marrow can improve lameness and joint inflammation in horses. The post Exploring Bone Marrow Macrophages for Equine...
View ArticleStudy Confirms Positive Long-Term Outcomes After Colic Surgery
Data on long-term survival and return to athleticism can help owners make decisions when it comes to giving the go-ahead for colic surgery. The post Study Confirms Positive Long-Term Outcomes After...
View ArticleConsider Strip Grazing for Metabolic Horses
Strip grazing may be one method owners can use to decrease pasture intake while still allowing turnout time. The post Consider Strip Grazing for Metabolic Horses appeared first on Kentucky Equine...
View ArticleSoy for Horses: Facts and Fallacies
Soybeans and soybean byproducts are commonly used as ingredients in horse feeds, and some should be considered high-quality protein sources. The post Soy for Horses: Facts and Fallacies appeared first...
View ArticleAdding Acetaminophen to Lameness Management Plan for Horses
Acetaminophen appears both safe and effective in horses with naturally occurring lameness, making it another potential treatment option. The post Adding Acetaminophen to Lameness Management Plan for...
View ArticleSelecting Forages for Horses Diagnosed with Equine Asthma
Environmental management is one of the most important aspects of treating and managing horses diagnosed with equine asthma. The post Selecting Forages for Horses Diagnosed with Equine Asthma appeared...
View ArticleManaging Refractory Glandular Gastric Disease in Horses: Steps to Treatment...
In lieu of the “scope-treat-scope-treat” cycle in horses with refractory glandular disease, a stepwise holistic approach might be effective. The post Managing Refractory Glandular Gastric Disease in...
View ArticleExtending Photoperiod for Muscle Development in Young Horses
The use of artificial lights to manipulate muscling may offer a unique way of helping prepare Thoroughbreds for their two-year-old careers. The post Extending Photoperiod for Muscle Development in...
View ArticleFeeding Ponies: Gauging Owner Confidence
In one survey, self-reported confidence in horse husbandry did not translate into effectively implementing weight management approaches. The post Feeding Ponies: Gauging Owner Confidence appeared first...
View ArticleOmega-3 Fatty Acid Supplementation May Reduce Oxidative Damage of Cells, Tissues
Longer-chain, highly unsaturated omega-3 fatty acids may actually attenuate lipid peroxidation, according to researchers. The post Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplementation May Reduce Oxidative Damage of...
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